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Sep 29, 2009  “A well travelled Peruvian experience”
4.0 of 5 stars based on 5 votes

The many things you can do and vist in Peru

  • Explore locations featured in this Trip List: Lima, Nazca, Cusco, Arequipa, Puno, Trujillo, Puerto Maldonado, Iquitos, Chiclayo, Piura, Cajamarca, Peru
  • Category: Best of
  • Traveler type: Culture, Sightseeing, Shopping, Active/Outdoors, Never been before
  • Appeals to: Couples/romantics, Honeymooners, Singles, Families with small children, Families with teenagers, Large groups, Seniors, Students, Budget travelers, Active/adventure
  • Seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
  • 1. Lima
    Lima, Lima Region

    Your entry city to Peru.
    The three times crowned city of the Kings.
    Colonial downtown, great museums, nightlife and one of the world gastronomical destinations with its many option restaurants.

  • 2. Nasca Lines
    Nasca Lines, Nazca, Ica Region

    The enigmatic Nazca lines are only 280 miles south of Lima city.
    You should also visit the Ballestas Islands in the Paracas reserve to observe lots of marine live.

  • 3. Cusco
    Cusco, Cusco Region

    Cusco, the belly button of the world.
    You can visit one of the New seven wonders of the world, Machu Picchu via the Inka trail or arriving by train.
    Stay at one of the wonderful hotels in the Sacred Valley for an easier acclimatization to the high altitude.
    Visit its many Inca sites :
    Pisac
    Sacsayhuaman
    Koricancha
    Chinchero
    Ollantaytambo and many other places.

  • 4. Arequipa
    Arequipa, Arequipa Region

    The white city. Built mostly in Sillar, a volcanic rock from the active Misti volcano.
    A visit to the Santa Catalina Monasterio and the Colca Valley (the deepest in the world) are a must.
    It has fantastic local food as well

  • 5. Puno
    Puno, Puno Region

    How can you miss a visit to Lake Titicaca, the highest and biggest navigable lake in the world.

  • 6. Trujillo
    Trujillo, La Libertad Region

    You should visit Chan Chan and the Sun pyramid, two important pre Incan sites.
    Visit its surfing beaches and taste its great food.

  • 7. Puerto Maldonado
    Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios Region

    A visit to the Amazon jungle .
    An adventure staying at one of its many lodges based in Manu or Tambopata reserves with jungle tours for the sighting of wild life.
    Just a hop by plane from Cusco city.

  • 8. Iquitos
    Iquitos, Loreto Region

    Visit the real Amazon river.
    You can go on an Amazon Cruise and visit the Pacaya Samiria National Park or go to one of its several lodges with tree canopies.

  • 9. Chiclayo
    Chiclayo, Lambayeque Region

    North of Lima and its incredible Lord of Sipan museum and tombs.

  • 10. Piura
    Piura, Piura Region

    A visit to the beach in Mancora or further North to Tumbes Punta Sal beach

  • 11. Cajamarca
    Cajamarca, Cajamarca Region

    The famous rescue rooms and its Inca thermal baths.

  • 12. Kuelap
    Kuelap, Peru, South America

    A fantastic adventurous drive to this archaeological site. The dirt road is breathtaking and carved on the mountain side with endless drops.

Explore locations featured in this Trip List: Lima, Nazca, Cusco, Arequipa, Puno, Trujillo, Puerto Maldonado, Iquitos, Chiclayo, Piura, Cajamarca, Peru